Francisca Maria ‘Rea’ Martens (née Hurkmans)
November 18, 2023
Passed away peacefully with her family by her side, at McCormick Home, London, on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at the age of 92. Rea resided in London, and formerly lived in Grand Bend for 64 years. Beloved wife and partner of Marius Martens for 67 years. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Steven and Valerie Martens, Rick and Sharon Martens and Marlin Martens. Cherished Grandma of Ryan and Lisa Martens, Natasha and Andrew Sembay, Jamie and Danielle Martens, Andrea Martens, Dayna Martens and Eric Beauparlant. Great-Grandma of Hailey, Isabella, Robyn, Jordyn, Ethan, Matilda, Jack and Cole. Survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Johanna and Andrew Geurtjens; and sisters: Lies, Gerda and Mia of Holland. Predeceased by many family members of the Hurkmans and Martens family in both Canada and Holland. Rea loved her family and friends very much. She loved to cook and you would often find a pot of soup on the stove by 11:00 a.m. and the coffee was always ready. Her favourite pastimes were socializing with family and friends, knitting, playing cards, bingo, watching hockey and cheering on the Toronto Blue Jays. She was always ready for a car trip. Rea could remove a stain from anything and grow everything. She was our greatest cheerleader. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, London on Friday, November 24, 2023 at 11:00 a.m., with visitation one hour prior. A livestream of the service will be available for those unable to attend in person. To register for the livestream, please click here:
Livestream of Memorial Service for Rea
Private interment to take place at a later date.
Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Rea are asked to consider McCormick Care Foundation.
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My sincere condolences to you all as you mourn the loss of your dear Mom. I have such fond memories of your Mom .. she was the best godmother to me never forgetting my birthday year after year as she would always phone me. Take care of each other during this difficult time. Harriet (VandenBygaart)
Steve and Valerie and family, Rick , Sharon and family, and Marlin. Ikm so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. I have many good memories of her and your Dad…especially when they lived at Sauble Crt., and she would yell hello when I came out of the office st noon or after work. She was a kind and generous woman…who will be missed! Sending you all my deepest sympathy…and hugs. Paula
Our deepest condolences. Sending thoughts and prayers to you all during this difficult time. May her memories bring you peace.
Dear Steve and Val and family ...... I'm so sorry to learn of your mother's passing. My thoughts are with you now an always. Love, Ruth
Sending our condolences from our family from yours. Keeping you all in our prayers.
Marlin, Valerie, Dayna and family, I am so sorry for this loss of your Mom and Grandmother. Sounds like she was an amazing and loving woman. May your wonderful memories of her give you peace. Sincerely, Sheila
Services for Francisca Maria ‘Rea’ Martens (née Hurkmans)
Visitation will be held at:
Westview Funeral Chapel
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario
November 24, 2023 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Memorial Service will be held at:
Westview Funeral Chapel
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario
November 24, 2023 11:00 am
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Private interment to take place at a later date.
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Marlin and family, So sorry to read of your Mother's passing. She will always be with you in memory. My condolences. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
~ Deb Bernardo